Barcelona and Spain midfielder Fermín López has undergone successful surgery on a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot, ruling him out of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to reports from Fabrizio Romano and the club.
The 23-year-old La Masia graduate sustained the injury during Barcelona’s 3-1 La Liga victory over Real Betis on Sunday, where he was substituted at half-time. Club medical tests confirmed the fracture, leading to surgery performed at Hospital de Barcelona under Dr. Antoni Dalmau Coll.
Barcelona issued an official statement: “Fermín suffered a fracture to the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot… He will undergo surgery.” Recovery is expected to take 4-8 weeks or up to three months, making participation in the summer tournament impossible.
A key figure for both club and country, López has impressed with his energy, technical ability, and versatility in midfield. He played a notable role in Spain’s Euro 2024 success and has become an important squad player under Hansi Flick at Barça.
This injury represents a significant blow to Spain’s World Cup preparations and to Barcelona as they plan for the new season. Fans have flooded social media with messages of support, wishing the young talent a speedy recovery.
Update: López shared a photo from his recovery, giving a thumbs-up while resting with his foot elevated, confirming the procedure is complete.
Football fans worldwide are hoping for a strong return for this promising talent. Stay tuned for more updates on Fermín López’s recovery timeline.